Our annual events include our Annual Open House , Alumni Events and Millay Nights at the Spotty Dog Books & Ale .
Join Us For the Fabulous 2010 Open House and Concert!
Eat, Drink, Dance, and Visit the Studios
JULY 24, 5 PM to 8 PM
Join us for our annual Open House and Concert on the lush grounds of the Colony.
Composer Laura Andel will guest curate the music including Albany's own efbom
Artmakers Chris Kardambikis & Jasdeep Khaira will decorate the buildings and grounds!
Fleisher's Grassfed and Organic Meats will cook up homemade sausages...
Hudson Wine Merchants & Hudson-Chatham Winery will choose delicious spirits....
Open Studios!
Sale of art, books, cds!
Hula Hoop Dances!
Outrageously good food!
Music!
Incredible Wines and Hard Ciders!
Mind-Bending Art!
Fun under the stars...
Open House 2009
In 2009 our open house fundraiser was an evening party featuring art, music, wine, and hors d'oeuvres in our festive party tent under the stars. The Silent Artcard Auction showcased work from current and former artists-in-residence; EDNA, Millay Colony's new journal, debuted; and music and mingling in the Berkshires were highlights of the night. Details coming soon for 2010 Open House and Concert on July 24.
Susan Campbell
The Millay Colony and The Spotty Dog Books & Ale collaborate on Millay Nights where Colony residents read/perform/show new work. On the third Thursday of each month, at 6:00 PM, at the Spotty Dog, an awesome book and art supply store that also delights with artisinal local beers, food & music. 440 Warren St., Hudson, NY. Join us!
These events are FREE.
Open House
Every year, The Millay Colony open house offers our friends and neighbors a chance to see new work from our wonderful residents. Past events have included open studios, readings and concerts from Millay alumni and our special guests. In 2008, poet and former member of the Fugs, Ed Sanders, read and Walking the Dog Theater performed a scene from their current season. Mass MoCA brought a kids' art table and we sell small works from our artists. In 2009, composer alumni Caroline Mallonee, Emily Lacy & Samita Sinha were joined by the Yellow House Jazz Band for a concert and cocktail party on our beautiful meadows.
We hope the Open House offers visitors the chance to experience the ways in which nature and art mix on our mountaintop home. We give visitors maps to the local trails and gardens -- everyone is welcome to make themselves at home and enjoy the early summer flowers and plants.